Lino the Vicuna gets his teeth trimmed

A vicuna with a tooth issue has received a visit from the dentist at Highland Wildlife Park. The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland’s (RZSS) vet team undertook the procedure to address Lino’s lower incisors, which were growing forwards instead of upwards.

The wildlife conservation charity’s vet surgeon, Rebecca Amos, said: “A vicuna’s lower incisors continuously grow and are normally worn down through grazing. It seems Lino has an unusual growth pattern which means his teeth don’t grind down as they should. 

“Without regular dental intervention, this could affect his comfort and overall health, so ongoing treatment is essential.

“We filed the tooth down and are really pleased with how it went. Lino recovered well and was happily reunited with his herd after about an hour.”

Visitors hoping to see Lino and the vicuna herd can save money on park tickets when they book online.